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Before even getting to Arden House itself, anyone who enjoys the country shouldn't pass up the opportunity to visit Church Stretton. The valleys around it offer up an amazing view from the quaint little village and especially Arden House itself, and they make for a wonderful daytime walk, too. Arden House sits right at the foot of Shropshire Hills; you couldn't possibly get closer to where you can go for a lovely walk through them.

The House is just as idyllic as it's surroundings - a beautiful building run by the helpful and ever delightful couple Julie and Ian. We stayed in the Darwin suite, the smallest (but still spacious) suite available, and attention was paid to every tiny detail. The rooms and furnishings are cozy, tasteful and impeccably clean, and just added to the atmosphere of Arden House feeling more like a second home than a hotel. The bathroom and kitchen were kitted out with everything you could need and more, and to say the price for all this is reasonable would be an understatement. I know I'll be going back some time.

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Liked best:Fantastic value for money.

Travelling group:Spouse/Partner

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Management Response

10 Apr 2016

Delighted you enjoyed your stay – we feel privileged to live in such a wonderful location and love sharing ‘the hidden gem’ with our guests. Thank you for your kind comments and taking the time to write such a glowing review. We love Arden House and feel it is a very special place - it is so rewarding to receive such positive feedback. We hope to see you both again very soon. Very best wishes, Julie & Ian

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Another great time in my favourite place! Church Stretton and the surrounding hills are simply out of this world and Arden House is too. Loved everything about it. Can't wait to go back and show more of my friends and relatives this wonderful place. Keep up the good work you two.

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Liked best:Everything!

Liked least:Nothing to dislike.

Travelling group:Extended Family

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Management Response

4 Aug 2015

Thank you so much for your glowing review - we are so lucky to live in such a beautiful place. It was great to see you again and meet your wonderful daughter. We are so pleased you had a relaxing break together and as a regular guest, we are delighted you liked our new self-catering apartments.

All our very best wishes and hope to see you again soon! Ian & Julie

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To describe the experience at Arden House as exceptional is probably an understatement ! From the warm welcome at the car door when we parked to the wonderful attention to detail in their magnificent house and not forgetting the bespoke breakfast, Ian and Julie and their family provide the perfect setting to explore Shropshire - England's hidden gem! I thoroughly recommend Arden House - you will not be disappointed! Guy & Irene

Visit was for:Leisure

Travelling group:Couples

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Management Response

7 Jun 2014

Guy / Irene

What a magic weekend and we so enjoyed your company and the time we spent at the Blues Festival in town.

Thank you for taking the time to leave comments and your very kind words, it is very much appreciated. See you again soon I hope.

Ian Julie & Joyce

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We spent our honeymoon at Arden House and couldn't have wished for a nicer place to stay.Ian and Julie were excellent hosts and nothing was too much trouble for them. The accommodation is of a high standard with a homely feel.There are plenty of walks right from the doorstep and Ian can provide information on things to do.We found The Bucks Head an excellent place to eat, although there are plenty of other options.Would definitely recommend this,Dave & Gail

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Management Response

7 May 2014

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It was a pleasure to have you both here on such a happy occasion and thank you for your comments. We are also very pleased you felt it had a homely feel as that's always our intention as we share the benefits of Arden House and Church Stretton. So many corporate establishments have become so impersonal from our experience and we wanted a different approach which is more natural for us and your feedback helps to inform we are offering what people want.

Thank you for taking the time and we hope you have a long and happy marriage. Ian & Julie

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Great weekend, House and Rooms.Ian, Julie and Joyce couldn't have been more welcoming and hospitable!Great location at the bottom of the valleyWe would definitely recommend Arden House.Rob & Darren

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Management Response

22 Mar 2013

Both

Thanks very much for your comments. Its was quite incredible to see your energy with three long days on your bikes. Also lovely to have a chat over a beer on the Friday night. Well done with your race on the following Saturday and not sure how you did that with jet lag. Lovely to see such a nice friendship and best wishes to Darren for the wedding.

Sincerely Ian Julie & Joyce.

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